THE PROTAGONIST’S FUNDAMENTAL TRANSFORMATION CAUSED BY THE USE OF LANGUAGE IN “PYGMALION” BY BERNARD SHAW

Abstract

Abstract: Shaw’s Pygmalion is often considered as a play about the superficial change of its protagonist. The purpose of this essay is to reveal the fundamental transformation that Eliza experiences by focusing on the progressive improvement in her use of language. The method of close reading is employed to display the changes in the essence of her character that she undergoes. The findings of this analysis that display the complete transformation of Eliza’s character are expected to widen the variety of available perspectives adopted for viewing Shaw’s famous theater piece.